'Light Up Auburn' contest accepting nominations

By Ellie Oleson CORRESPONDENT

AUBURN 
Everyone is invited to nominate local businesses and the homes of neighbors, friends, relatives, even their own homes for the fourth annual “Light Up Auburn” holiday decorating and light contest. Nominations will be accepted through Dec. 6.

Kristen M. Pappas, director of the Recreation and Culture Department, said nominations can be made anonymously, with no cost or obligation. Call (508) 832-7736 or email kpappas@town.auburn.ma.us with the address of the nominated home or the name and address of the business to be recognized.

“If someone is driving around and sees a decorated traditional, modern or child-friendly house they like, we want to know about it. If someone is proud of their family home or business, send in a nomination,” she said.

The first nomination that came in was for Pam and Dennis Borelli’s house at 44 Woodland Road. The second nomination was for the house of state Rep. Paul K. Frost, R-Auburn, and his wife, Theresa M. Frost, at 308 Rochdale St.

Awards in multiple categories will be presented at a holiday celebration to be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 13 at a site to be announced. There will be free coffee, cocoa, homemade baked goods, music and crafts for children. All are welcome.

Ms. Pappas said, “These homes bring joy to all of us and help remind us of the holiday spirit. We want to recognize those families and individuals who work so hard to make winter brighter for all of us. They bring our community together."